Incident Overview
The aircraft, operated by a crew of one pilot and two filmmakers, was returning to Heathrow Airport after an uneventful mission to film the airport. During the final approach phase, the right engine experienced technical problems and failed. In the ensuing confusion, the pilot inadvertently shut down the left engine, which was still functioning properly. This action caused a loss of thrust, leading to an aerodynamic stall. The aircraft subsequently impacted the ground short of the runway.
Occupants and Damage
All three occupants—the pilot and two filmmakers—successfully evacuated the aircraft following the crash. The aircraft sustained substantial damage and was written off.
Probable Cause
The official investigation determined the probable cause to be the failure of the right engine on final approach and the pilot's erroneous shutdown of the left engine.